HP Tx2635us Multimedia - Windows Vista
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- HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 1
Multimedia User Guide - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 2
Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either U.S. registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 3
Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer. iii - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 4
iv Product notice - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 5
Table of contents 1 Multimedia features Identifying your multimedia components 2 Using the multimedia buttons ...3 Adjusting the volume ...4 Using the media activity functions ...5 Using the media activity buttons 5 Previous/rewind button 5 Play/pause button 5 Next/fast forward button 6 Stop - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 6
CD or DVD 22 6 Webcam Webcam tips ...24 Adjusting webcam properties ...24 7 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or DVD 25 device driver must be reinstalled ...28 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 29 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 30 Index ...31 - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 7
1 Multimedia features Your computer includes multimedia features that allow you to listen to music, watch movies, and view pictures. Your computer may include the following multimedia components: ● Optical drive for playing audio and video discs ● Integrated speakers for listening to music ● - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 8
Identifying your multimedia components The following illustration and table describe the multimedia features of the computer. Component (1) Internal microphones (2) (2) Webcam light (3) Webcam (4) Speakers (2) (5) Audio-in (microphone) jack (6) Audio-out (headphone) jacks (2) (7) Audio-out ( - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 9
feature of the QuickPlay program. NOTE: If the computer has been set up to require a logon password, you may be asked to log on to Windows. QuickPlay opens after you log on. Refer to the QuickPlay software Help for more information. Using the multimedia buttons 3 - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 10
volume, press the volume down button (1). ◦ To mute or restore volume, press the mute button (2). ◦ To increase volume, press the volume up button (3). ● Windows® volume control: a. Click the Volume icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. b. Increase or decrease the volume by - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 11
Using the media activity functions The media activity buttons (select models only) and the media activity hotkeys control the play of an audio CD or a DVD in the optical drive. Using the media activity buttons The following illustration and tables describe the functions of the media activity buttons - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 12
Next/fast forward button Disc status Button Playing Next/fast forward button Playing fn + next/fast forward button Function Plays the next track or chapter. Fast forwards the playback. Stop button Disc status Button Playing Stop button Function Stops the playback. Using the media - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 13
turns your computer into a mobile entertainment center. With QuickPlay, you can as the HP-TV channel streamed in full-screen to computers with an Internet connection. ● Playlist upload support: ◦ if you want to use Windows Media Player to play an audio CD, click Windows Media Player. NOTE: Some - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 14
software from a CD or DVD, follow these steps: 1. Insert the disc into the optical drive. 2. When the installation wizard opens, follow the on-screen instructions. 3. Restart the computer if you are prompted to do so. NOTE: For details about using software included with the computer, refer to the - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 15
Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on the computer.) ● Be sure to install any drivers required by the external device. NOTE: A driver is a required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that use the device. Connecting external - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 16
check the system sound on your computer, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Click Sound. 4. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Under Program, select any sound event, such as a beep or alarm, and click the Test button. You should hear - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 17
connected external display device does not display an image, press fn+f4 to transfer the image to the device. Repeatedly pressing fn+f4 alternates the screen image between the computer display and the device. Connecting an external monitor or projector 11 - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 18
camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. To transmit video signals through the S-Video docked in an optional docking device, connect the S-Video cable to the S-Video-out jack on the docking device. 2. Plug the other end of the cable into the video device, as instructed in the user guide - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 19
Connecting high-definition devices (select models only) For best results, when you connect an audio or video device such as a high-definition TV to the HDMI port (select models only) on your computer, follow these guidelines: ● Use QuickPlay as your software application. ● Set S/PDIF (Sony/Philips - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 20
±RW/R and CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW/R and CD-RW Combo Drive with Double-Layer (DL) support ● HD DVD-R Drive with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double Layer (DL) support ● HD DVD-ROM Drive with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double Layer (DL) support ● LightScribe DVD±RW/R and CD-RW Combo drive with Double-Layer (DL - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 21
DVD drive, it can also read HD DVD discs. NOTE: Some of the optical drives listed may not be supported by your computer. The listed drives are not necessarily all of the supported optical drives. Some optical drives can also write to optical discs as described in the following table. Optical drive - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 22
Selecting the right disc An optical drive supports optical discs (CDs and DVDs). CDs, used to store but have at least 8 times the storage capacity. NOTE: The optical drive on your computer may not support all the types of optical discs discussed in this section. CD-R discs Use CD-R (write-once) discs - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 23
HD DVD discs and Blu-ray Disc HD DVD is a high-density disc format designed for the storage of large amounts of data and highdefinition video. The HD DVD disc is designed to be the next generation of the standard DVD. The capacity for an HD DVD is 15 gigabytes (GB) for single layer and 30 GB for - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 24
7. If you have not yet configured AutoPlay, the AutoPlay dialog box opens and asks how you want to use the media content. Choose QuickPlay or Windows Media Player, both preinstalled on your computer. NOTE: After you insert a disc, a short pause is normal. If Sleep or Hibernation is initiated during - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 25
of the following: Press the DVD button on the control panel -or- Press the media button, and then click the DVD icon and follow the instructions on the screen. NOTE: To watch a high-definition movie, you must use QuickPlay software. Watching a movie 19 - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 26
of your computer. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Windows Help for more information. 3. Click the "+" sign next to DVD/CD-ROM drives. 4. Right-click the DVD drive for which you want - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 27
RW optical drive, you can use software such as Windows Media Player or Cyberlink Power2Go to burn data and support all DVD formats. Refer to the user guide that came with your DVD player for a list of supported For specific instructions, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 28
Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD) 1. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the disc tray, and then gently pull out the tray (2) until it stops. 2. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. Hold the disc - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 29
succession. ● Connect-E-mail photos and video using the icon on the software interface. NOTE: For details about using webcam software, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software, on disc, or on the manufacturer's Web site. 23 - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 30
network firewalls. If you are having trouble viewing or sending video to someone on another LAN or outside your network network, or block authorized e-mail attachments. To temporarily solve the problem middle range of gray tones without dramatically altering the shadows and Support. 24 Chapter 6 Webcam - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 31
7 Troubleshooting The following sections describe several common issues and resolutions. The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or DVD 1. Insert the end - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 32
window, click the plus sign (+) next to DVD/CD-ROM drives, unless a minus sign (-) is already showing. Look for an optical drive listing. If the drive is not listed, install (or reinstall) the device driver as instructed color properties to 16-bit color, as follows: 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 33
displays, the DVD image will not appear on any display designated as the secondary display. To get information about a multimedia question not covered in this guide, go to Start > Help and Support. A disc does not play automatically 27 - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 34
See your user guides for more drivers are once again listed. 8. Try running your program again. If uninstalling and reinstalling the default device drivers does not correct the problem, you may need to update your drivers using the procedures in the following section. 28 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 35
Obtaining the latest HP device drivers You can obtain the latest HP device drivers in either of the following ways: ● Using the HP Update Utility ● Using the HP Web site To use the HP Update Utility: 1. Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Update. 2. On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings and - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 36
Windows device drivers You can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Microsoft® Update. This Windows feature can be set to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows programs, and hardware. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to install Microsoft Update. If prompted by - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 37
Index A audio devices, connecting external 9 audio features 9 audio functions, checking 10 audio-in (microphone) jack 2 audio-out (headphone) jacks 2 audio-out (headphone) S/PDIF jack, identifying 2 B buttons DVD 3 media 3 next/fast forward 5 play/pause 5 previous/rewind 5 stop 5 C CD inserting 18 - HP Tx2635us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 38
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